Job Title Occupational Therapist/Shift-Based/UKHC
Requisition Number RE50593
Working Title Occupational Therapist/Shift-Based/UKHC
Department Name H3411:Therapeutic Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 12
Salary Range $62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certification eligible
Physical Requirements
This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and working in confined spaces and/or at heights above four feet. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm with rotational weekends and holidays
Job Summary
Therapeutic Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist to perform occupational therapy evaluations and render occupational therapy treatments following a physician’s order. Will treat patients with a variety of diagnoses. Will perform appropriate documentation in the medical record. This position will provide direct patient care and will assist the Supervisor and Senior Leaders in program development while adhering to the policies and procedures of the University of Kentucky HealthCare Enterprise and in accordance with state and federal regulations.
There may be multiple postings open for this department/title, please apply for any and all positions for which you feel qualified. We can only consider applications linked to individual position numbers.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $69,097.60/year. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), exceptional attention to detail, and computer skills; ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Hospital occupational therapist experience highly preferred
Deadline to Apply 06/18/2025
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